Inside Prince Harry and Meghan’s first trip to Castle of Mey in Scotland

By Meaghan Wray

August 22, 2018

Prince
Harry
and Meghan Markle have been enjoying a much-needed escape
from the limelight this summer, and after delighting the public with a smooch
at the Sentebale Polo Cup in July the pair jetted to the historic Castle of Mey
for a vacation with
Prince Charles and Camilla. This trip marked the couple’s first
visit to the Scottish landmark, nestled amid rolling green hills in the picturesque
town of Caithness. The spot steeped in royal history, and beloved by the Prince
of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall, provided the perfect backdrop for some welcome
family time!

The
jaw-dropping castle was built in the late 1500s and was passed around through
Scottish royal family members before the estate landed in the hands of the
Queen Mother in 1952, according to the castle’s official website. She redecorated the castle to become
her holiday home and frequented the elegant space until Oct. 2001, five months
before her death. Now, the site is open to tourists most days of the year,
apart from the end of July and early Aug., when the
Duke and Duchess of Rothesay (Charles and Camilla!) introduced the
striking spot to Meghan and Harry.